Irresistible Strawberry Crunch Poke Cake Recipe

Description

This Strawberry Crunch Poke Cake is soft, moist, and bursting with strawberry flavor. It’s layered with sweet strawberry gelatin, topped with creamy whipped topping, and finished with a crunchy graham cracker and strawberry layer. Perfect for parties, family gatherings, or any time you want a refreshing dessert.

Ingredients
  • 1 box strawberry cake mix (plus eggs, oil, and water as directed on package)
  • 1 package strawberry gelatin (3 oz)
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 cup cold water
  • 1 container whipped topping (8 oz)
  • 10 full sheets graham crackers, finely crushed
  • 6 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons dry strawberry gelatin powder
  • Fresh strawberries, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
  1. 1

    Prepare the cake

  2. 2
    Preheat oven to the temperature on the cake mix box. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  3. 3
    Mix the strawberry cake batter according to package instructions.
  4. 4
    Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  5. 5
    Let the cake cool for about 15 minutes.
  6. 6

    Make the gelatin mixture

  7. 7
    In a medium bowl, dissolve 1 package of strawberry gelatin in 1 cup boiling water.
  8. 8
    Stir until fully dissolved, then add 1 cup cold water and mix well.
  9. 9

    Poke the cake

  10. 10
    Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes evenly across the cooled cake.
  11. 11
    Pour the prepared gelatin mixture evenly over the cake.
  12. 12
    Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the gelatin is set.
  13. 13

    Add the whipped topping

  14. 14
    Spread the whipped topping evenly over the chilled cake.
  15. 15

    Prepare the crunch topping

  16. 16
    In a bowl, mix crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and 2 tablespoons dry strawberry gelatin powder until combined.
  17. 17
    Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the whipped topping layer.
  18. 18

    Garnish and serve

  19. 19
    Add sliced fresh strawberries on top before serving.
  20. 20
    Keep refrigerated until ready to enjoy.
Keywords: Strawberry cake, crunchy cake, dessert cake, poke cake,
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